USH 8A U4 L9 MC Test

Question

Of the following, which best describes the framework for the Constitution? Select two.(2 points)
Responses

A system of checks and balances is designed to prevent abuse of power.
A system of checks and balances is designed to prevent abuse of power.

The four branches equally share one-quarter of the power.
The four branches equally share one-quarter of the power.

Powers not mentioned in the Constitution are assumed to belong to the federal government.
Powers not mentioned in the Constitution are assumed to belong to the federal government.

The separation of powers ensures that no one branch has too much power.

Answer 1

The two statements that best describe the framework for the Constitution are:

1. A system of checks and balances is designed to prevent abuse of power.
2. The separation of powers ensures that no one branch has too much power.

These concepts are fundamental to the structure of the U.S. government as established by the Constitution, ensuring a balance of power among the legislative, executive, and judicial branches.